Qin Dynasty and Warring States Period

The video covers the rise and fall of the Zhou Dynasty, the Warring States period, and the eventual unification of China under the Qin Dynasty. It highlights the strategic moves by Ying Zheng to conquer rival states and centralize power. The Qin Dynasty's achievements and its eventual downfall due to rebellions are also discussed, leading to the rise of the Han Dynasty.

Which dynasty emerged as the dominant power in China around 1000 BC?

• Jin Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

During the Warring States period, how many states remained by the 3rd century BC?

• Eleven

• Nine

• Seven

• Five

Who was the leader that initiated the rise of the Qin state in the mid-4th century BC?

• Duke Xiao

• Ying Zheng

• Wang Jian

• Liu Bang

What was the key strategy Ying Zheng used to unite the states of China?

• Promoting cultural exchange

• Forming alliances and conquering weaker states

• Building a Great Wall

• Establishing trade routes

Which state did the Qin conquer after changing tactics in 230 BC?

• Han

• Zhao

• Yan

• Chu

What natural disasters affected the Zhao state before the Qin invasion?

• Flood and famine

• Earthquake and drought

• Tornado and landslide

• Volcanic eruption and tsunami

Who was the general responsible for the final conquest of the Chu state?

• Liu Bang

• Zhang Yu

• Wang Jian

• Wang Ben

What was the last state to be conquered by the Qin, leading to the unification of China?

• Yan

• Zhao

• Qi

• Han

What major reforms did Emperor Qin Shi Huang implement to centralize China?

• Promoting Confucianism

• Building the Silk Road

• Establishing a democratic government

• Standardizing writing and measures

Which dynasty rose to power after the fall of the Qin Dynasty?

• Zhou Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

• Jin Dynasty

• Han Dynasty